The Fitness Academy

Fantastic experience: If you're looking for a gym that truly stands out, TFA is the place to be. Under its new ownership, the transformation this gym has undergone is nothing short of incredible. Forget about the reviews from three years ago – this is a completely different experience with a team that’s passionate about helping you thrive. The coaches are genuinely invested in your success, offering guidance, encouragement, and personalized feedback that makes every session feel purposeful. The workout programming is meticulously curated, ensuring a balanced and progressive approach to fitness. There are dedicated days for legs, upper body, and glutes, so you can focus on targeted strength and development. And of course, there’s the crowd-favorite “Unbreakable” full-body workout twice a week, which is not only challenging but leaves you feeling empowered. What really sets TFA apart is its inclusivity and attention to detail. Whether you're new to fitness or a seasoned athlete, the environment is welcoming, supportive, and motivating. They’ve even gone the extra mile with a chiropractor-led Mobility Sunday, ensuring you can recover and perform at your best. This gym is more than just a place to work out – it’s a community, and the dedication to quality and member care is unmatched. Highly recommend giving TFA a try!

Fantastic experience: The community this gym has created is incredible and has kept me consistently going. The coaches are super fun, and the music is always changing. I’ve never been apart of such a supportive and encouraging space! ❤️

Fantastic experience: Huge fan! A really wonderful community with super fun, challenging workouts. The owner and trainers are all awesome: kind, professional, fun, welcoming. I’ve never been stronger or more engaged in my fitness and TFA is a huge reason why. The first few classes can be intimidating but if your experience is like mine, you’ll be welcomed by kind humans cheering you on as you get better and stronger. 10/10 recommend.

Fantastic experience: Just got back from my first class. Was promptly welcomed when I entered the gym by the coach, Zack. Gave me a quick intro into what was going to happen, then introduced me to another classmate who was a regular at the gym. This quickly eased the nerves of being in a new unfamiliar place. The class was great, (I participated in the “Upper Body” work out) 6 stations with 2 different exercises, 6 mins a station. Everything is written out for you on the mirror for quick reference. The class allows for flexibility in skill and fitness level. I’ll be back soon!

Fantastic experience: I was visiting Victoria for the weekend and found TFA on ClassPass. I am SO glad that I did because I had an amazing experience here! The work out was top notch and the people were even better. Zachary and Rob took awesome care of us. I will be back next time I’m in Victoria! Do yourself a favor and check this place out while you’re in town!

Fantastic experience: TFA is such an inspiring gym and community to be part of. When I first entered, Rob promptly said “welcome home”, which I thought was corny at first but it’s a pretty special environment that he and the other coaches have curated. I always leave class feeling like I’ve worked my butt off and it’s really motivating to see everyone around you working super hard. As an ex athlete, I gravitate towards a supportive team environment and TFA checks all the boxes. Highly recommend!

Fantastic experience: Great energy & motivation!

Fantastic experience: Visiting from out of town and dropped in for a workout. Environment was great, and everyone was super welcoming!

Fantastic experience: I cannot rave enough about my experience at The Fitness Academy. I recently completed the two week intro offer to the gym. From day one, I was made to feel like one of the team. Everyone is super friendly and encouraging. The trainers are very knowledgable and there is a good focus on correct form when completing exercises. I truly found the gym to be a welcoming environment for all fitness levels. They play awesome music and you can have a great time while also dying from a kickass workout! Would recommend!

Fantastic experience: Truly the BEST! Best coaches! Best community! Everyone welcomed like family. Ive never felt more supported by fitness experts then during my time at TFA!

Fantastic experience: Such a fantastic and welcoming gym. The instructors are also very knowledgeable, they assist in form during the workout, and have functional movement knowledge that is rare to find these days! Best in Vic

Fantastic experience: Great workouts, friendly trainers, and a lovely community.

Fantastic experience: Incredible community. The coaches are all commitment to your personal growth and training journey. I would highly recommend TFA to anyone new or experienced with strength training. All classes are thoughtfully designed and easily altered to your current strength or ability. Keep showing up and you can’t NOT improve or become addicted.

Fantastic experience: It’s difficult to put into words what finding this gym has done for me. It’s such a beautiful community. Every trainer is so welcoming to newcomers. The members are inclusive as well. The workouts are super tough but equally as much fun. I LOVE this place. It’s the best part of my day.

Fantastic experience: Best workout I’ve had in Victoria! The coaches are super friendly and motivating. Haven’t sweat that much in a workout, will definitely be going back. Thanks Dave, leg day was just what I needed.

Fantastic experience: I don't often leave google reviews so this says a lot. I can't say enough great things about TFA. I recently joined with their 2 week intro package (which I highly recommend) and afterwards immediately continued with their monthly packages. Such a cool environment. The trainers are all extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and know how to lead a fun, and most importantly motivating class. In the past I would often leave the gym feeling like I wasn't satisfied, or didn't push myself hard enough. That is no longer the case. If anyone is looking for a new gym, this is it!

Fantastic experience: TFA has CHANGED MY LIFE! The trainers at both locations are very knowledgeable. They will teach you the movements, support you with positive critiques, and encourage you to push harder, because they know you've got it in you. Clean and organized. It's like a ritual after each class. I've been a member since September 2017 and if it wasn't for TFA, I'd still be struggling with many things in life. Regardless of what's happening in the world, if I need a place to train, they do the best they can to make it happen. Mental health is everything today. EVERYTHING! Don't let yourself or anyone else get in your way from feeling the best you can.

Fantastic experience: Most inclusive welcoming gym in the city. Tfa is a community who supports others.

Fantastic experience: TFA is unlike any other gym I’ve been a part of. Having just moved to Victoria I was nervous to join, however I immediately was accepted and felt like part of the family. I have never seen a more dedicated group of instructors! The constant high energy that fuels every class makes you keep coming back. It becomes so much more than a gym. Going to class has become a lifestyle and the people become trusted friends. Dave runs TFA with intense passion; he is constantly working to ensure the gym is on point with its organization, professionalism, cleanliness and that everyone feels challenged in their fitness journey, but always accepted. During an uncertain time, this gym has proven to be a safe space helping many of us not only with fitness but with stabilizing and maintaining the mental health and well-being if it’s members. We are forever grateful Dave!!!

Fantastic experience: Hands down one of the best gyms out there! The team support and camaraderie really make this such a special place. Add that to the fact that everyone is so knowledgeable and helpful and supportive, it's really such a great place whether you are just starting your fitness journey or are a veteran!

Fantastic experience: David is a Stud and his business reflects pure professionalism and commitment. He is the most passionate gym owner around and if you want the best value train here!

Fantastic experience: This place has amazing workouts with amazing staff and always a fresh perspective on classes. You can’t find a better all around gym with great people, tons of variety and attention to detail with each individual client experience. Highly recommend !!

Fantastic experience: This gym is like a family, I've been a member for 3+ years. Great place to train, amazing coaches and instructors, and awesome members. They know that physical fitness is an essential part of being healthy, physically and mentally. I fully support their decision to not discriminate and I stand with them. 100000%

Fantastic experience: I've known Dave for about 10years now, the man is a rockstar, good hard worker and a pleasure to be around. What he's doing with his gym is inspirational at the very least. Keep it up fella

Fantastic experience: This is my favorite gym and community I’ve been part of. The instructors always find a way to push you to a new level and the workouts are always different and challenging. I look forward to attending class every single day. The owner is inclusive and motivating and makes an effort to greet everyone who walks through the door and make them feel welcome.

Fantastic experience: TFA is an amazing gym with a fantastic group of trainers. Whether you are looking to improve your strength and conditioning or learn, hone or even train to fight at a professional level this gym has the right people to get you the results you are looking for. Their fitness classes are fun and provide it's members with a great atmosphere where everyone is very supportive and inclusive. The founder, Dave Puhky, is passionate about helping his clients meet their goals and his staff is extremely knowledgeable. If you're looking for a great place to train and want to put in the work and time getting fit TFA is known as the home of hard work.

Fantastic experience: Super great gym!! The owner is a stand up guy and really takes care of his clients! Thanks David for not discriminating against anyone, and standing up for your morals!

Fantastic experience: Great gym to train owner is amazing nothing but good things to say. Felt very comfortable and we'll maintained. Definitely a go to place for me being a pro athlete as well.

Fantastic experience: Great staff and spotless gym! Recommend 100%

Fantastic experience: Can't say enough good things about this gym and the extremely friendly, professional and knowledgeable staff that work there. TFA has got to be hands down one of the best gyms on the face of this earth. I’ve been to a lot of different gyms in my time and this is one of those 1 in a million hidden gems.

Fantastic experience: Where do I even begin to start! In an uncertain time where my local gym closed TFA was the one place that has continued to uplift me! As soon as you walk through those doors, you’re greeted with a warm welcome. It truly is like home! The knowledge that you get from the trainers here is like no other, the workouts all have their focus and they are eager to help and will always take time with you. They get to know and understand all those that enter their gym and what they’re striving for and they WILL get you there and push you even further than you ever thought you could, all while having fun. The classes are intense for every level athlete, and you will love the diverse workout combinations. Hope to see you there!

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism Best trainers + fitness community in Vic! Welcoming atmosphere, challenging workouts + top notch training equipment. Best part of the day!

Fantastic experience: Never been but love the support for health for ALL which is truly fantastic for a company that promotes health through fitness. Kudos guys; been a while since I've been to the gym, two kids has me working on my dad bod a bit. Would love to check you guys out for a drop in. I'll check your website for details. Keep up the good fight

Fantastic experience: Amazing gym! Top quality, professional trainers and a great facility. Workouts are top notch! Everything positive to say about this gym and their community they have built.

Fantastic experience: Best Gym in town, competitive group. Amazing staff and coaches. They have it all and they keep it clean . Crossfit and combat facilities with experienced and knowledgeable personnel. And their playlists are always on point.

Fantastic experience: I’ve tried several gyms in town and TFA is by far the best in teamwork, motivation and of course the workouts. Dave has built a community where you can feel welcome and accepted no matter what level you are at. I used to go to the gym just to get it over with, but now I look forward to the classes and working hard with everyone around me knowing that they’re there with the same goal and ready to support my growth as well. I highly suggest TFA. I’ve never worked out so hard with a smile on my face.

Fantastic experience: Dave and his staff are an excellent resource for anyone wanting to not only learn the art of self defense but gain control over your own body and mind. all in all the atmosphere alone is fantastic. You are guaranteed to leave stress free with a smile so big your face mask will tear.

Fantastic experience: As a Jiu Jitsu athlete and leader in health and fitness, I have simple expectations from the gyms I visit and this one ticks them all off! Great location, beautiful gym, no discrimination, friendly environment, great hours, clean and safe equipment, and very professional, supportive and respectful trainers who have your best interest at heart in your health. Get healthy here y’all!

Fantastic experience: Dave and his team have nothing but the best interests of his clients at heart. TFA is an incredible community made up of amazing staff and a diverse and inclusive clientele. The training is constantly varied, never boring and will help you get in the best shape of your life. Top notch gym !

Fantastic experience: TFA is the best place to train for your fitness needs. Dave and his whole team are amazing and they care about each members goals like it is their own goal. During the Covid pandemic TFA has done a great job navigating with island health to provide us members with the cleanest facility to train at. I recommend TFA 10/10

Fantastic experience: Amazing coaches, instructors here!! Incredible, positive motivation. I always feel like family and get a good laugh in. A great community vibe! Thank you guys for always pushing us to the limits. Best work out of my life hands down.

Fantastic experience: Amazing staff, powerful leadership and a diversity of classes to suit the needs of anyone. It's a strong community of like minded people who are supportive and encouraging no matter who you are or what your goals! Best gym in town!

Fantastic experience: Great gym with world class coaches , they always put 100 percent into their fighters and basically give off that family vibe . I would recommend this gym over ANY gym in the greater Victoria area LFG

Fantastic experience: Dave is a top notch trainer and an amazing and motivating person to work with and be around he does nothing but treat others with respect and would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it . He is the real deal and has brought on an amazing and knowledgeable staff and so is the fitness academy environment for all your gym, mma and motivational kick in the butts we all need to meet our fitness goals .

Fantastic experience: Really nice owner and great gym.

Fantastic experience: Positive: Professionalism I have not yet tried this gym, however I have heard nothing but great things and awesome feedback from those who have! Sounds like a wonderful inclusive community to be a part of, can not wait to try it out soon!

Fantastic experience: Best gym in Victoria hands down. All the coaches & staff are extremely welcoming and friendly, anyone leaving a bad review has clearly never been to the gym.

Fantastic experience: If you are looking for an amazing workout this is the place! Be prepared to sweat, great training and an extremely welcoming community of fitness enthusiasts.

Fantastic experience: Dave, Ash and the whole TFA fam are the most welcoming, hardworking, kind and compassionate people around. They put you to WORK and have you leaving every workout feeling greatly accomplished, motivated, accepted and sliccccc.

Fantastic experience: Great place for getting in shape or learning some defencive skills. Dave is a fantastic human and has a mean curve ball if you ever get the chance to play ball with him!

Fantastic experience: I'm a supporter of this gym. You will be glad that this is an all inclusive gym and any one is welcome. Keep up the good work boys and girls! Victoria BC Canada. ️☠️☠️....

Fantastic experience: So proud to see you on CTV last night Dave. Stand up against discrimination, hate and fight for the freedoms of Canadians and the children of the future. You have always been someone I look up to and even more now. You don't call this place a gym, its a family. LFG!!!

Fantastic experience: A place that won't discriminate

Fantastic experience: Absolutely amazed and so incredibly proud of this team!! BEST place in Vic to get your sweat on and to patronage an establishment that doesn't discriminate <3 keep up the good work guys!

Fantastic experience: Great gym all around. I enjoy it even more now knowing the owner, David, stands for freedom of choice.

Fantastic experience: This company has its customers best interests at heart. Best place to work out!

Fantastic experience: Great gym with highly qualified staff and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. 10/10 would recommend

Fantastic experience: Great atmosphere and quality people!

Fantastic experience: Fantastic business with amazing values. Thank you for being the change! ❤

Fantastic experience: Thankful for a business who respects the health privacy of their members. Just bought the two week unlimited class trial!

Fantastic experience: Amazing gym! Great guy!

Fantastic experience: great gym.. thanks for standing for freedom and supporting a healthy lifestyle

Fantastic experience: a great supportive environment

Fantastic experience: Awesome martial arts gym! Great atmosphere and best workout in Victoria!!

Fantastic experience: One of the best workouts you'll get in Victoria. Awesome culture and atmosphere.

Fantastic experience: Best gym me and my husband could ask for!!

Fantastic experience: Amazing place with such kind and experienced trainers. Highly recommended !

Fantastic experience: Best place around!

Fantastic experience: This is the best gym in the world

Fantastic experience: Freedom loving Canadians. Hard working people who deserve our support

Fantastic experience: This organization is a class act. Competitive, big city quality training with a small town friendly feel. Excellent equipment. Fair prices!

Fantastic experience: They are warm and welcoming to all! They should be a model for how other small businesses should conduct themselves.

Fantastic experience: Great place to get fit and be healthy. Check it out!

Fantastic experience: Love that this place doesn't encourage discrimination

Fantastic experience: Nice gym, great staff!

Fantastic experience: Class Acts!

Fantastic experience: Awesome place love there community

Fantastic experience: Thank you for not discriminating! I will be joining soon!

Fantastic experience: Epic gym! Great vibes!

Fantastic experience: Amazing community and friendly staff

Fantastic experience: Great gym. Thank you for standing up for your rights

Fantastic experience: Great gym. I highly recommend this place. I love that EVERYTHING is welcome!

Fantastic experience: A truly inspiring place to be involved with. Great ownership and a great establishment. Give them a try

Fantastic experience: Best gym in the city!

Negative experience: Dangerous place to be. They don't require their equipment or facility to be cleaned. It's the choice of the employee & they wouldn't want to have a confrontation. Germy

Fantastic experience: Great gym with knowledgeable coaches and good energy

Fantastic experience: Super friendly and know their stuff!

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Fantastic experience: I have not yet tried this gym, however I have heard nothing but great things and awesome feedback from those who have! Sounds like a wonderful inclusive community to be a part of, can not wait to try it out soon!

Fantastic experience: Unreal owner with amazing workouts and even better attitude! Thank you for being an all inclusive environment for us

Fantastic experience: Good people here. I wouldn't go anywhere else to train when visiting Victoria

Fantastic experience: Great Owner, Great facility

Fantastic experience: Great place to get healthy and fit!

Fantastic experience: Proud to have this gym in my community!

Fantastic experience: Vancouver Island's premiere MMA training centre. Great people, great skills, great atmosphere. Highly recommended.

Fantastic experience: Dave's amazing he's the man ,I was roughly 400lbs and Dave helped me get down to 175lbs in less than a year

Fantastic experience: Dave is the best. The gym is awesome.

Fantastic experience: Great establishment with an amazing atmosphere. Cannot say enough positive things about this place!

Fantastic experience: highly recommended! fun friendly atmosphere with great coaches

Fantastic experience: I appreciate the gym for it's stellar reputation and willingness to take a stand for what they believe in despite whatever pushback.